As cold waves grip North and North-West India, cases of flu, cough and cold, chest tightness and other respiratory ailments have increased. In the National Capital Territory of Delhi, the minimum temperature of 1.5 degrees Celsius was recorded in the Delhi Ridge area on Saturday (January 7). Tremors continued in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh as the minimum temperature fell below 5 degrees Celsius at many places. In such times it is important to take care of your diet and include food items that will keep you warm and also fight against flu and mangoes.
1) Jaggery: According to Ayurveda, jaggery helps in digestion and keeps gastric problems at bay. A healthy alternative to sugar, jaggery is especially good for winters. Rich in iron and vitamin C, jaggery keeps you energetic, helps you fight lethargy caused by cold, and is also good for cold, sore throat and chest congestion.
2) ginger: Ginger has a lot of health benefits, so make sure to include it in your winter diet. Ginger tea is great for beating the winter chill! Ginger tea can be very useful in relieving congestion caused by the common cold. It can also help you treat minor symptoms of seasonal allergies.
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3) Ashwagandha: Also known as Indian Ginseng, Ashwagandha is literally a miracle herb! It is also believed to be useful in controlling blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and is especially ideal in the winter when both lack of physical exercise and excessive eating can lead to an increase. It also keeps you warm and removes the chances of catching common cold and flu. Include it in breakfast cereals or mix it in liquid in powder form and have it regularly. But first check with the doctor.
4) Turmeric: Turmeric has many health benefits. Nutritionist Lavneet Batra shared on her Instagram post, “Raw turmeric increases mucus production which naturally clears away germs that clog the respiratory tract. The antiviral and antibacterial properties of turmeric help fight infection and Provides relief from cough and cold symptoms. Read below about the benefits of turmeric:
5) Saffron: Saffron is a great spice to use in winters that can help keep you warm and treat the symptoms of cold and cough. While ginger, turmeric, and nutmeg are used more frequently, saffron is less commonly used, probably because it is more expensive. However, a few strands of saffron can do wonders in your hot cup of hot milk or tea.
(Disclaimer: The article is based on general information and is not a substitute for the advice of a medical expert. Zee News does not confirm the same.)